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Capital Quantity Surveyor

Civic Recruitment Limited
4 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Redditch, Redditch, United Kingdom
Quantity Surveyor

6 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose

To provide professional quantity surveying services across Housing Property Services, supporting the delivery of capital works and contracts. The role focuses on preparing contract documentation, managing procurement processes, and ensuring accurate financial control and reporting of projects to achieve high-quality, cost-effective outcomes for the community.


Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare contract documentation including tenders, bills of quantities, work schedules, specifications, and schedules of rates.
  • Procure goods, services, and works contracts, including evaluating tenders and reporting outcomes.
  • Undertake site measurements and valuations of works, preparing interim payments and associated documentation.
  • Prepare and agree costs for variations and non-standard works.
  • Analyse, negotiate, and agree claims and final accounts.
  • Produce accurate financial and project-related reports.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of standard methods of measurement and contract forms.
  • Assess, collate, and present leaseholder contributions and service charges, including reviews where required.
  • Support the preparation of returns for government, regulatory requirements, and external funding bodies.


Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years’ post-qualification experience in the construction industry, covering both pre- and post-contract quantity surveying duties.
  • Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying.
  • Knowledge of various forms of building contracts.
  • Proven experience in budget management (revenue, capital, and external funding).
  • Experience in preparing and issuing contract administration documentation.
  • Knowledge of UK Health & Safety regulations, including CDM.
  • Full driving licence required.
  • Flexible, proactive attitude with the ability to respond to service demands.


Additional Information

  • Location: Crossgates House, Crossgate Road, Park Farm, Redditch (office-based with site visits within Redditch)
  • Hours: 37 hours per week (full-time, 5 days on site)
  • Pay: paid bi-weekly